National Sports

Canyon del Oro's Tristan Peterson (8) gets congratulated by head coach Keith Francis after swatting a two run homer against Salpointe in their game at Canyon del Oro High School, Friday, April 12, 2016.

Saints quarterback Drew Brees apologized for being dismissive of why some athletes in the NFL would kneel during the national anthem to protest police brutality and systematic racism. President Donald Trump posted messages on his Twitter page backing Brees' initial comments.